Senior Server Administrator, RDV Corporation, Grand Rapids

[Laurie Lemmen]

Here's a job for an alum with experience at a great Grand Rapids company:

Senior Server Administrator, RDV Corporation, Grand Rapids
Full-time, salaried/exempt position which is part of a team that is responsible for the design, implementation, operation and maintenance of the server infrastructure. The position also acts as backup for and provides support to the Systems Administrator positions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Servers
* Meets with other members of the Technology Services group and/or business units to develop and analyze business requirements when implementing new or modified application and/or Operating System software. The analysis includes processing capabilities needed based on projected workloads, server facility requirements (power, air cooling, room layout), and impact to backup, network, and disaster recovery systems and processes
* Monitors server room environment; recommends and procures equipment to control temperature, dust, humidity, and other environmental factors in the room, including battery backup and generator systems
* Procures, installs, configures and maintains server hardware
* Installs, configures, and maintains virtual servers
* Monitors system performance, capacity, and availability, responding to critical issues on a 24/7 basis
* Writes scripts to perform common, repetitive, or scheduled tasks
* Troubleshoots hardware or Operating System failures, makes repairs if required and contacts vendor/service provider for support and/or repair when necessary
* Develops and maintains procedures related to the implementation and support of servers
* Develops, implements and documents change management procedures
* Monitors life cycle of server room hardware and recommends upgrades as appropriate

System Software
* Schedules, plans and executes routine system patches and updates for servers and workstations on a regular cycle during non-business hours
* Monitors critical patches released by Operating System vendors and evaluates riskimpact of patching the servers outside of the normal patching cycle
* Responsible for the procurement, implementation and maintenance of system software
* Develops and maintains procedures related to the implementation and support of system software
* Ensures that virus protection and virus protection procedures are deployed and current for all servers and workstations
* Tracks server and client access license usage to ensure software licensing compliance
* Supports Microsoft Exchange server environment
* Supports Citrix server environment
* Writes, tests, and deploys application packages through Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager
* Provides secondary support for Microsoft Threat Management Gateway server

Technical Support/End User Support
* Performs user add, change and delete administration in Active Directory and Exchange environments
* Appropriately addresses user inquiries and problems in a timely manner

Backup and Disaster Recovery
* Configures and monitors backup jobs, including loading, handling and organization of backup media
* Maintains backup documentation
* Facilitates restoration of data from backup media when needed
* Recommends and leads improvements to backup strategy when needed
* Participates in the development, implementation and testing of the disaster recovery plan

Technology
* Remains current with technology trends and industry developments

Other
* Leads and participates in other projects as assigned
* Available 24 hours a day 7 days a week for support

More details and to apply: http://jobs.rdvcorp.com/x/detail/a27vx29l82u0/aaak

Laurie Lemmen
Internship & Job Fair Coordinator
Calvin College, Career Development
laurie at calvin.edu<mailto:laurie at calvin.edu>
www.calvin.edu/career<http://www.calvin.edu/career>
(616) 526-8744

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